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We'll also keep you updated on Chevy's adoption status with email updates.
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Chevy

Mixed Breed (Small) Chihuahua

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Sullivan, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have the Three Amigos who joined our rescue a few months ago. They were found covered in ticks and abandoned in the woods. Their initial vetting has been completed. We have DNA tested them, and Steve, Chevy, and Martin are brothers - mainly a mix of Shih Tzu, Chihuahua, and Bichon Frise. They really would enjoy either a house with a young dog that likes to run and play, or the best option would be that they were adopted together. But we know that is asking a lot. These boys sleep quietly in their crates at night and are learning to accept human attention, settling in for a short time on your lap. They have LOTS of ENERGY and need a securely fenced area to run and chase and play. We have not walked them on a leash, so a fenced yard is a must. They are waiting for their Person to see them and give them a home.
We'll also keep you updated on Roberta's adoption status with email updates.
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Roberta

Shih Tzu

Female, 12 yrs
Sullivan, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
3/20/25 Roberta is a very sweet girl that prefers to snooze in her crate. Roberta gets along with all the other dogs here, whether they are small or large. Roberta needs a fenced yard as she does not know how to walk on a leash. She is due for a dental next month, and we will also have the vet do a good physical on her at that time. 10/23/24 We can't believe Roberta is still here. Someone, PLEASE give her a home of her own! Roberta is a 9 year old gold and white Shih Tzu weighing about 11 pounds. She came to us a year ago, and she likes to think she's in charge. This girlie loves to be out in the back fenced yard, monitoring the other dogs and the neighborhood. She likes to find a sunny spot to catch some sun, then moves to a cool spot to enjoy the breeze. She's still working on her house training and relaxing around people. Roberta gets along with the other dogs here and sleeps quietly in her crate at night. She needs her own family that can help her learn all the secrets of being a family member in a home. To inquire about Roberta, please complete an application FIRST, at www.bongosbuddiesrescue.com. UPDATE - 10/14/25 /Roberta recently had her vaccinations updated and at her visit the vet told us to continue waiting on doing a dental. She had lost a couple of her bad teeth, and the vet said at this age, she'd prefer to not do a dental on her as her tarter is not a concern at this time. Her sight is dimming, but there is nothing our vet thinks is a concern with her aging. She's a sweet girl that really wants little from her humans other than trips out to potty, 2 meals a day, and a treat at bedtime. She prefers to spend her time in her bed with little attention from her humans as many former breeder dogs do.
We'll also keep you updated on Martin's adoption status with email updates.
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Martin

Shih Tzu Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Sullivan, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have the Three Amigos who joined our rescue a few months ago. They were found covered in ticks and abandoned in the woods. Their initial vetting has been completed. We have DNA tested them, and Steve, Chevy, and Martin are brothers - mainly a mix of Shih Tzu, Chihuahua, and Bichon Frise. They really would enjoy either a house with a young dog that likes to run and play, or the best option would be that they were adopted together. But we know that is asking a lot. These boys sleep quietly in their crates at night and are learning to accept human attention, settling in for a short time on your lap. They have LOTS of ENERGY and need a securely fenced area to run and chase and play. We have not walked them on a leash, so a fenced yard is a must. They are waiting for their Person to see them and give them a home.
We'll also keep you updated on Steve's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Steve

Shih Tzu Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Sullivan, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have the Three Amigos who joined our rescue a few months ago. They were found covered in ticks and abandoned in the woods. Their initial vetting has been completed. We have DNA tested them, and Steve, Chevy, and Martin are brothers - mainly a mix of Shih Tzu, Chihuahua, and Bichon Frise. They really would enjoy either a house with a young dog that likes to run and play, or the best option would be that they were adopted together. But we know that is asking a lot. These boys sleep quietly in their crates at night and are learning to accept human attention, settling in for a short time on your lap. They have LOTS of ENERGY and need a securely fenced area to run and chase and play. We have not walked them on a leash, so a fenced yard is a must. They are waiting for their Person to see them and give them a home.
We'll also keep you updated on Antoine's adoption status with email updates.
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Antoine

Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 3 yrs 7 mos
Sullivan, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Antoine and his sister Paris weren't sold by the breeder, so she took them to a dog auction to be sold. They were not being bid on, so we were able to save them from a life of breeding. They had seen nothing but a cage inside a building with hundreds of other dogs around them. A human came to feed/water/clean cages possibly once a day or two. Antoine is getting braver, but Paris still has a hard time accepting any contact from a person. She relies on the actions of her brother to decide what her comfort level with a person is. Antoine will approach you for quick skritches and to be picked up. They are truly a work in progress. They need to stay together so that Paris has help accepting human contact from what signs her brother gives with contact. They need a fenced yard as they are too scared to trust walking on a leash.
We'll also keep you updated on Windsor's adoption status with email updates.
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Windsor

Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 9 yrs 5 mos
Sullivan, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Windsor is a former breeder dog that had little attention except to be handled to put in with a female for breeding. Then back to his hutch where he lived. He is learning there is no need to fear people, but prefers to be in his crate that he keeps clean. He's friendly with other dogs here, especially if they are a poodle. He has had no leash training so needs a fenced yard. He is a "work in progress", and if you feel like you are ready to help a breeder dog learn how to be a family member, he would be a good candidate.

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Great Dane Rescue of St. Louis Inc.

Sullivan, MO 63080

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Bongo's Buddies Rescue

Sullivan, MO 63080

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Halo For Animals

PO Box 735, Sullivan, MO 63080

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pet Tenders

818 Hwy WW, St. Clair, MO 63077

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Hootie's Rescue Haven

2456 Highway TT, Saint Clair, MO 63077

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, horses, rabbits, small animals

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Great Pyrenees Rescue of Missouri

St Clair, MO 63077

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue Movement Alliance

Beaufort, MO 63013

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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St. Louis Jack Russell Rescue

P.O. Box 3033, Leslie, MO 63056

Pet Types: dogs

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Franklin County Humane Society

1222 W Main St., Union, MO 63084

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pet Rescue Services

206 Hummingbird Lane, Lonedell, MO 63060

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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